Mickey Flashcards
1
Q
Base
A
Keeps the microscope stable
2
Q
Stage and stage clips
A
Holds the slide in place
3
Q
Iight source
A
A built in light bulb or mirror that illuminates (lights up)
4
Q
Diaphragm
A
Controls the amount of light passing through the specimen
5
Q
Objective lens
A
Magnifies the specimen by different power
(x4,x10,x40).Note:always start at the lowest power.
6
Q
Eyepiece lens:
A
Magnifies the specimen,usually by power of 10 (x10).
7
Q
Coarse focus wheel
A
Brings the images into rough focus. Note: always adjust the coarse focus wheel before adjusting the fine focus wheel.
8
Q
Fine focus wheel:
A
Brings the images into sharp focus.
